http://www.violinist.com/blog/mknechtle/ Mark Knechtle's weblog on Violinist.com. en-us © Mark Knechtle http://www.violinist.com/blog/mknechtle/20096/10279/ <p>I am in serious need of some Group advice. &amp; nbsp;For a new student like myself, there are just too many choices. &amp; nbsp;After a while, the advantages/disadvantages of various Makers, becomes very confusing. &amp; nbsp;I want an instrument that will last, will sound good, will be (student) playable, and looks good too!</p> <p>I've narrowed the field to a few brands that catch my eye, my ear, and my interest.</p> <p>What are your thoughts and comparison on the sound, and the construction quality of the following (student grade) violins and violas? &amp; nbsp;As a reference point, we're talking in the $300-$400 range.</p> <p>Pftretzschner</p> <p>Glaesel</p> <p>Scherl &amp; amp; Roth</p> <p>Gliga</p> <p>Meisel</p> <p>Vienna Strings</p> <p> &amp; nbsp;</p> Mon, 29 Jun 2009 20:02:00 GMT